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27th November 2023 News

Lower Heath CE Primary School Achieves Good Ofsted Rating

Lower Heath CE Primary School is thrilled to announce the exceptional outcome of its recent Ofsted inspection. The school has been rated “Good” in all areas, showcasing its commitment to providing a high-quality education for its children. This remarkable achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of the school’s staff, children, and the entire school […]

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4 All Foundation, charitable initiative news banner | Marches Academy Trust

22nd November 2023 News

The Marches Academy Trust creates a charitable initiative - 4 All Foundation

The Marches Academy Trust is excited to introduce its newly established independent, registered charity, 4 All Foundation. The Foundation is dedicated to delivering local, accessible activities, projects and initiatives to support the needs and aspirations of communities across Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin. As a multi-academy sponsor in Shropshire, the Marches Academy Trust is committed […]

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Cross-Trust Icelandic Adventure | Marches Academy Trust

9th November 2023 News

Cross-Trust Icelandic Adventure

Year 11, 12, and 13 students from The Marches School, The Grove School, and Sir John Talbot’s School have recently returned from an epic adventure in Iceland – our first (of hopefully many) cross-Trust trips to the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’. They had an action-packed tour of the beautiful country with Travelbound – here’s […]

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Shropshire PE Conference 2023 event | Marches Academy Trust

13th October 2023 News

Shropshire PE Conference: A Game-Changer in Physical Education

The Shropshire PE Conference, an inspirational event organised by the Marches Academy Trust, took place with great enthusiasm and success on 12th October at the iconic Shrewsbury Town Football Club, this conference exceeded expectations with a remarkable lineup of keynote speakers and an array of educational and engaging activities. Highlights of the Shropshire PE Conference: […]

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Sports Conference 2023 | Marches Academy Trust

12th October 2023 Event

Shropshire PE Conference 2023

The Shropshire PE Conference is back with fantastic keynote speakers: Olympic Gymnast, Beth Tweddle MBE; Former Lioness, Sue Smith and BBC Presenter, Ryan Smith. Book your place at the event now!

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Sixth From Varsity | Marches

25th September 2023 News

Sixth Form Varsity

The Marches Academy Trust Sixth Form Varsity Competition, held at Shrewsbury School, concluded with an electrifying final match that saw Idsall Sixth Form team emerge as the winners after a nail-biting penalty shootout against Marches Sixth Form. The atmosphere was electric as students from both schools displayed remarkable talent and sportsmanship throughout the competition. The […]

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Bikeability | Marches Academy Trust

21st September 2023 News

Two Trust schools selected to take part in cycling pilot scheme

Longlands Primary School and Nursery, alongside Grange Primary School and Nursery, have earned a coveted spot among 100 schools chosen to participate in the ‘Get Cycling’ programme, a collaboration between Shropshire Council and the Bikeability Trust. This pilot scheme, fully funded by the Department for Transport and backed by the Department for Education, aims to […]

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Student conference | Marches Academy Trust

21st September 2023 News

Change Makers in Action

Marches Academy Trust held its first student conference on Thursday 14th September, where 130 young people from eleven schools came together at the event hosted by AICO in Oswestry. The focus of the event was mental health and wellbeing and sustainability. After a welcome from CEO Sarah Finch, two keynote speakers addressed the group. The […]

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